Armed and Security Forces (FAS) Assistant – Kyiv – 810487

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. We have over 900 team members working across the county in various professional fields.

About the job 

The ICRC Armed Forces & Security (FAS) Unit seeks a competent Assistant to join our team in Kyiv. In close cooperation with team members and line managers, the FAS Assistant will be responsible for implementing the FAS program and all the activities related to the “military and security forces” (MAG/PGE) department.

Start date: January 2025

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a dynamic contacts database, including armed and security forces personnel, military or police attaches, NGOs, UN representatives, and other key stakeholders
• Plan and execute training sessions, seminars, roundtables, and conferences on International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and International Human Rights Law (IHRL), fostering dialogue and understanding among military and law enforcement communities
• Support budget monitoring and expenditure tracking, collaborating closely with the FAS Coordinator to ensure activities align with financial goals
• Liaise with the Logistics Unit to manage material and equipment requests, ensuring seamless support for FAS Work Unit initiatives
• Take detailed notes during meetings and conferences to capture critical discussions and prepare concise reports to inform decision-making
• Contribute to high-quality reports, translations, and interpretations as needed, enhancing the clarity and accessibility of key messages

What we offer you

• Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law
• Flexible working arrangements 
• Annual paid 20 working days' vacation
• Competitive gross salary between 51,000 and 74,000 UAH before taxation
• Medical insurance for employees and family
• ICRC Institutional training
• Individual development covered by ICRC
• Foreign language courses 
• Convenient office location in the city center

The ICRC is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security. We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our workforce and encourage qualified female and male candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. For more information, visit the website http://www.icrc.org/.

About you

To be successful as Armed Forces & Security Assistant in the FAS Unit, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:  

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• High-school degree (if military/police background) or University degree (if no police/military background)
• Background in legal and security is an asset
• Typically, 3 years of relevant professional experience (military, police, legal, or security or any other relevant experience)
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Ukrainian
• Computer proficiency
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
• Confidence in managing projects and staff
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment

Interested? Yes? THEN APPLY!

Please submit your English CV, along with your motivation letter and salary expectations, to the attention of the ICRC People and Culture Team. Please label your CV with your first and last names (First Name LAST NAME). In addition, please complete the compulsory ICRC questionnaire. The questionnaire is available through the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/APw3dvQMHJ. (Click on the link or copy the link into your internet browser.)

Your application will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC questionnaire and uploaded your English CV.

Application deadline: 29 December 2024

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process. The ICRC reserves the right to re-issue the vacancy, cancel the recruitment process, offer a lower grade position with an adjusted job description or different duration, or recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline.